STAR WARS (1977) -- Mark Hamill, left, Carrie Fisher, center, and Harrison Ford, right, are shown in a scene from the 1977 film 'Star Wars'. Director George Lucas did more than make history. ``Star Wars'' went on to become the second-highest grossing movie of all time, behind only ``Titanic.'' Lucas would also create a modern mythology which influenced a generation in Hollywood and two generations of fans. HOUCHRON CAPTION (03/11/1999): Mark Hamill, left, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford have "the force" to carry us away from everyday problems in "Star Wars'' HOUCHRON CAPTION (04/08/2004): Han Solo (Harrison Ford) is that kind of cocky, over-the-top character you can't help but love.

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J.J. Abrams is directing the new "Star Trek," which is due theaters in 2009.

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J.J. Abrams is directing the new "Star Trek," which is due theaters...

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The decision by "Star Wars" creator George Lucas, right, to sell his empire to the Walt Disney Co. has fans fearful. Experts, however, say Disney has shown respect for the value of franchise icons like Darth Vader.

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Actors Mark Hamill, as Luke Skywalker, right, and Carrie Fisher as Princess Leia, appear in a scene from "Star Wars: Episode VI, Return of the Jedi," in this undated promotional photo. Lucasfilm Ltd. and 20th Century Fox announced Tuesday, Feb. 10, 2004, that the original three "Star Wars" films will be released on DVD Sept. 21, 2004, in North America. (AP Photo/Lucasfilm, Ltd. & TM)

J.J. Abrams may be going from Star Trek to Star Wars according to thewrap.com.

Abrams , who has become a fan-boy favorite for his work on "Star Trek", "Lost", "Super 8" and other popular titles, is reportedly set to step behind the director's chair for the next Star Wars film.

When Disney bought Lucasfilm last year and announced it would make new Star Wars films, speculation begaon on which director would take the job. Abrams' name came up as did Ben Affleck, but Abram said he wasn't going to take the job.